We provide great Live Music, Jazz Clubs, Pubs & Bars. We provide you an outstanding place for Venue & Function Hire in Melbourne & Albert Park area.

South Melbourne’s Grand Old Lady, The Rising Sun Hotel (home of the Swans) sits tucked amongst leafy trees and character filled cottages all adding to her alluring charm. Our Neighbouring suburb Albert Park is just a stones throw away, allowing their locals to flock down to our beautiful pub.

Once through the door, the vibrant sports bar adorned with red and white memorabilia, modern bistro and intimate dining room await.

Climb the stairs and a hidden secret awaits you, a 100 seat great room available for private and corporate functions.

And on Tuesday and Thursday nights transport yourself with LIVE Jazz, in one of the only live music venues in the area. With an incredible Event Calendar, including Footy, Cricket, Rugby, Horse Racing, Comedy and Music, there is something for everyone at the Rising Sun Hotel South Melbourne. WHAT'S ON THIS WEEK!

Home of the Swans

Home of the Swans

The Rising Sun Hotel has a rich history of association with the Sydney Swans. The closest Hotel to the original home ground of the once South Melbourne Swans, has been known to all Melbourne swans supporters to be the place to go to see home games. The wave of red and white can be phenomenal on finals games and the atmosphere euphoric.

Swans supporters are at home in front of the big screens down at “The Riser” feasting on traditional pub fare and a few ales to wash it all down.

The venue consists of two levels to hold all the Swannie fans shoulder to shoulder cheering every goal scored.

Fans and members are the back bone of every AFL club and the Swannies or affectionately known as the “Bloods”, get down to the Rising Sun every game match to run raffles, raise money and overall support the club.

For 108 years the Rising sun hotel stood opposite the South Melbourne home ground. Fans watching the game, celebrating with comradery, the thrill of the win at the pub. Thankfully, this strong culture still continues today with Grandfathers, Fathers, Sons and Daughters celebrating like yesteryear.

Game day with the Swans playing on all TV's is huge. So if you're a Swans supporter or just want a great place to watch the footy. Come along and enjoy. Check the Events Calendar to see the next Swanies game!

Memorabilia

Memorabilia

With one of the greatest collections of AFL and sporting memorabilia hanging on our walls, take a moment to wander around with a beer and take in some of the great characters we have displayed on our walls.